Branch Manager

Van Cleef Engineering Associates, LLC (Van Cleef) is a dynamic, multi‐disciplined consulting civil engineering firm of Engineers, Certified Inspectors, Landscape Architects, Planners and Land Surveyors. With offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we provide expertise in all of the major areas of civil engineering, municipal engineering, municipal planning, and land surveying.

Van Cleef is proud to have been recognized in New Jersey as a Best Place to Work for 2025!  Another great reason to choose to work with Van Cleef!

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Branch Manager to lead our Toms River, NJ office.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Civil Professional Engineer capable of stepping into a senior leadership role. This position oversees all aspects of office operations, staff management, client management, business development, and financial performance. The Branch Manager will report directly to the CEO and will serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team.

Our Toms River operation serves a combination of municipal, land development and water/wastewater clientele. The Branch Manager will be expected to serve a go-to technical resource in these areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Toms River branch office, including staff management, workload coordination, technical oversight, and overall office performance


• Provide technical support and mentoring


• Coordinate with Human Resources on personnel matters including hiring, performance management, time-off approvals, and mentorship


• Oversee branch financial performance, including billing, collections, and financial projections, in coordination with accounting and senior leadership


• Review and approve project proposals and ensure quality control across work produced by the branch


• Support and participate in business development efforts, including managing existing client relationships and pursuing new opportunities


• Collaborate with discipline leaders to optimize employee utilization and manage workload across the branch


• Attend senior management meetings and contribute to company-wide strategic planning


• Coordinate with other Branch Managers to share resources and align on firm-wide goals


• Manage individual client accounts, projects, and billings as applicable to the Branch Manager’s own portfolio

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field required


• 15 years of experience in civil engineering and/or a related field required


• Depth of experience in municipal engineering highly preferred


• Experience in land development and water/wastewater a plus


• At least 3-5 years in a senior leadership and/or project management role required
  
  
  
  • Licensures:
    
    
    
    • New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) required
    
    
    • Certified Municipal Engineer (CME) preferred
    
    
    • Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) and/or Professional Planner (PP) a plus
    
    
  
  


• Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical resource and advisor on various civil engineering projects from inception through completion


• Strong leadership and personnel management skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff at all levels


• Solid understanding of engineering business operations, including financial management and business development

What We Offer

We are committed to creating a personal and professional environment where we can build and focus on helping communities through teamwork and support. Our local offices provide our employees with opportunities for professional development and growth, including our Young Professionals Group, a flexible working environment, and times to celebrate our accomplishments together.

• Medical/Rx Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth options) with company match


• Paid holidays, vacation and sick days


• Company-paid Life insurance


• Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement program (postgraduate)


• Professional Licensing reimbursement


• Gym membership reimbursement


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Additional Information

Van Cleef is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

This position is not eligible for H1-B or any other visa sponsorship

We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.